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Racket comparison · 2026

Nox At10 Genius 18K Alum By Agustin Tapia vs Royal Padel Whip Light

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Best
Nox At10 Genius 18K Alum By Agustin Tapia
Nox

Nox At10 Genius 18K Alum By Agustin Tapia

93
Royal Padel Whip Light
Royal Padel

Royal Padel Whip Light

80
PRR verdict

Nox At10 Genius 18K Alum By Agustin Tapia wins by 13 points

Nox At10 Genius 18K Alum By Agustin Tapia scores 93/100 against 80/100 for the Royal Padel Whip Light. Its biggest edge is control (+13). The Royal Padel Whip Light answers back on sweet spot (+3). On price, the Royal Padel Whip Light is currently €30 cheaper.

Score breakdown
Nox At10 Genius 18K Alum By Agustin Tapia
Royal Padel Whip Light
Overall
93/100Best
80/100
Control
84Best
71
Power
88Best
78
Sweet spot
68
71Best
Maneuverability
76Best
72
Comfort
70
72Best
Specs
Nox At10 Genius 18K Alum By Agustin Tapia
Royal Padel Whip Light
Shape
Teardrop
Diamond
Balance
Even
Weight
360–375 g
345–365 g
Core
Black EVA
Face material
Carbon 18K
Level
Professional
Advanced
Playing style
Power
Control
Nox At10 Genius 18K Alum By Agustin Tapia

Tapia's AT10 Genius 18K Alum is the rare frame that hits like an attacker's racket but doesn't fall apart when you defend. The 18K carbon face over a black EVA core gives a dense, springy strike: drives carry pace (power 88), yet the teardrop shape and even balance keep the head obedient on bandejas and blocks (control 84). It sits at the top of our table because it asks fewer sacrifices than a pure diamond. The compromises are familiar: comfort 70 means the stiffness reaches your elbow eventually, and tolerance 68 still wants near-middle contact.

238at PadelProShopReview & prices
Royal Padel Whip Light

A diamond control frame for advanced players, the Royal Padel Whip Light 2026 suits those who want a lighter build without sacrificing the diamond's characteristic head feel. Power at 78 and control at 71 describe a frame that can attack on overheads without falling apart when touch is required. The lightweight construction keeps the frame quick to swing. Comfort at 72 and tolerance at 71 make it forgiving across regular match sessions. PRR score: 80/100.

208at PadelMarketReview & prices

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